Geoquiz: what in the world have you learned?

Written by John Flinn. Photos compiled by Andrea Waguespack.

Test your knowledge of the world around you.

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Answer 3:Trick question, sort of. Because standard time zones converge at the
poles, there is no officially recognized time there. Scientists and
explorers tend to use the time zones of their home countries or supply
bases. The U.S.-run Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station sets its clocks to
New Zealand time because its resupply flights originate
in Christchurch.

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Answer 3:Trick question, sort of. Because standard time zones converge at the
poles, there is no officially recognized time there. Scientists and
explorers tend to use the time zones of their home countries or supply
bases. The U.S.-run Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station sets its clocks to
New Zealand time because its resupply flights originate
in Christchurch.